04-22-2019, 02:28 AM
https://www.foxsports.com.au/afl/afl-rep...f40b4e0175
Quote:CARLTON
What a difference a week makes. This time last week, Brendon Bolton looked doomed. Now the pressure has been released somewhat after a stunning performance on Easter Sunday. And it wasn’t just the win, it was how they won. They were rarely challenged by the Western Bulldogs — and they recorded three digits for the first time in 60 games.
IN THE VOTES
If Patrick Cripps isn’t leading the Brownlow Medal after five rounds, he will be in the top handful after he produced another brilliant display on Sunday. He will face a challenge from Sam Petrevski-Seton after he played the game of his life at Marvel Stadium, amassing 35 disposals and seven clearances. Liam Jones fired down back again, completely shutting out Aaron Naughton, while Marc Murphy has a new lease on life since relinquishing the captaincy. And then there is Harry McKay who booted an equal career-high four goals and marked everything that came in his direction
ROOM FOR IMPROVEMENT
Imagine when the Blues get Charlie Curnow up and running. The young gun was a late withdrawal after injuring his knee again at training on Thursday, paving the way for Levi Casboult to come back in and kick three goals. Brendon Bolton didn’t miss Curnow on Sunday, but when he builds cohesion with McKay and new recruit Mitch McGovern, the Blues are going to have a formidable attack.
THE MAGOOS
The Northern Blues pulled off a three point win over Collingwood on Saturday, with Matt Kennedy (22 disposals) one of their best. Young gun Liam Stocker had 19 touches, while Pat Kerr booted three goals from 12 touches.
GRADE
A
Finals, then 4 in a row!